Meaning of the word "the final nail in the coffin" in English
What does "the final nail in the coffin" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
the final nail in the coffin
US /ðə ˈfaɪnl neɪl ɪn ðə ˈkɔfɪn/
UK /ðə ˈfaɪnl neɪl ɪn ðə ˈkɒfɪn/
Idiom
an event that causes the failure of something that had already been weakening
Example:
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The company's latest scandal was the final nail in the coffin for its reputation.
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His decision to quit was the final nail in the coffin for the struggling project.